Dimethylethanolamine

Description:

Dimethylethanolamine (DMEA) is a clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic ammoniacal odor. It is miscible with water, alcohols, ether, and aromatic solvents. DMEA contains both a tertiary amine group and a hydroxyl group, leading to reactions typical of both amines and alcohols.

Specifications:

Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid

Odor: Ammoniacal

Boiling Point: Approximately 134°C (273°F)

Melting Point: Approximately -59°C (-74°F)

Density: 0.883 g/cm³ at 20°C

Flash Point: Approximately 50°C (122°F)

Solubility: Miscible with water, alcohols, ether, and aromatic solvents

Chemical Properties:

Chemical Formula: C4H11NO

Molecular Weight: 89.14 g/mol

Chemical Structure: (CH3)2N-CH2-CH2-OH

CAS Number: 108-01-0

Synonyms: N, N-Dimethylethanolamine, DMEA, Deanol, Dimethylaminoethanol

EC Number: 203-542-8

Applications:

Used in the preparation of water-reducible coating formulations

Employed as a raw material in the production of dimethylaminoethyl methacrylate, which finds applications in antistatic agents, soil conditioners, electrically conducting materials, paper auxiliaries, and flocculating agents

Utilized to control corrosion in boiler water condensate return lines, neutralizing acidic components present in the condensate

Investigated for various other applications, including the preparation of resins to increase paper strength, treatments for lumber, textile assistants, catalysts for polymerization, stabilization of chemicals, antistatic agents for polymers, and bonding agents for thermoplastic organic polymers.

Packaging:

Available in various packaging sizes, typically ranging from small containers to bulk drums, to suit different industrial and commercial needs.

Safety Considerations:

Dimethylethanolamine should be handled with appropriate precautions, including the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety guidelines outlined in material safety data sheets (MSDS) and local regulations.